Geography
Where is Serbia located?
Serbia is located in southeastern Europe, in the central and western part of the Balkan Peninsula. It is bordered by Hungary to the north, Romania to the northeast, Bulgaria to the southeast, North Macedonia to the south, Croatia to the southwest, Bosnia and Herzegovina to the west, and Montenegro to the southwest. It also shares a border with Kosovo to the south, though the status of Kosovo is disputed.
What is the capital of Serbia?
Belgrade
Which two major rivers flow through Serbia?
The Danube and the Sava
What is the highest mountain peak in Serbia?
Midลพor, in the Dinaric Alps
How many national parks does Serbia have?
Five
History & Culture
What empire did Serbia gain independence from in 1878?
The Ottoman Empire
Who is the patron saint of Serbia?
Saint Sava
What script is used for the Serbian language?
Cyrillic
What traditional dance is known for its spinning and intricate footwork?
Kolo
Which epic poem is considered a national treasure of Serbia?
Gorski venac (The Mountain Wreath)
Food & Fun
What is the national dish of Serbia?
Sarmale (stuffed cabbage leaves)
What type of coffee is a popular morning drink in Serbia?
Turkish coffee
What traditional dessert is often made with honey and walnuts?
Baklava
What sport is considered the national sport of Serbia?
Tennis
Which Serbian film won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 2004?
Do it for Love
Nature & Science
What is the nickname for the Iron Gate Gorge, a natural wonder on the Danube River?
The Djerdap
What cave in Serbia is known for its prehistoric wall paintings?
Resava Cave
What mineral is Serbia the world's leading producer of?
Raspberries
Which scientist, born in Serbia, invented the alternating current motor?
Nikola Tesla
Current Events & Miscellaneous
What is the official currency of Serbia?
Serbian dinar
What is the calling code for Serbia?
+381
What is the national holiday of Serbia?
Slava (Family Saint's Day)
What nickname is sometimes used for Belgrade?
The White City
Which Serbian city is known for its EXIT music festival?
Novi Sad
What traditional instrument is often used in Serbian folk music?
Gusle
What is the motto of Serbia?
Only Unity Saves the Serbs
What famous bridge, unfortunately destroyed in the Yugoslav Wars, is currently being rebuilt in Belgrade?
The Sava Bridge
What is the name of the tallest skyscraper in Belgrade?
Kula Belgrade
What is the main international airport in Serbia?
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
What is the population of Serbia, roughly?
7 million
What is the time zone in Serbia?
Central European Time (CET, UTC+1)